5 Maintenance
5.1 Introduction - maintenance
WARNING: The product must be
switched off before any maintenance is
done. The product is disabled when
the LED status indicator is not lit.
WARNING: Wear protective gloves.
For better operation and longer service life, make
sure to clean the product regularly and replace
worn parts. All maintenance and servicing must
be done according to Husqvarna's instructions.
Refer to
Warranty on page 65
.
When the product is first used, the blade disc and
blades should be inspected once a week. If the
amount of wear during this period has been low,
the inspection interval can be increased.
It is important that the blade disc rotates easily.
The edges of the blades should not be damaged.
The lifetime of the blades varies immensely and
depends for instance on:
• Operating time and size of the work area.
• Type of grass and seasonal growth.
• Soil, sand and use of fertilizers.
• The presence of objects such as cones,
windfalls, toys, tools, stones, roots and the
like.
The normal life is 3 to 6 weeks when used under
favorable conditions. Refer to
Replace the blades
on page 41
on how to replace the blades.
Note:
Working with blunt blades gives a poorer
mowing result. The grass is not cut cleanly and
more energy is needed resulting in the product
not mowing such a large area.
5.2 Clean the product
CAUTION:
Never use a high-pressure
washer to clean the product. Never
use solvents for cleaning.
The product does not operate satisfactorily in
slopes if the wheels are blocked with grass. Use
a soft brush to clean the product.
Husqvarna recommends to use a special
cleaning and maintenance kit, available as
accessory. Speak to your Husqvarna
representative for more information.
5.2.1 To clean the blade disc
Examine the blade disc and blades weekly.
1. Switch off the product. Refer to
To switch off
the product on page 38
.
2. Turn the product upside down or put it on its
side. Put the product on a soft and clean
surface to prevent scratching the product
body.
3. Clean the blade disc with a brush.
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